A Lesson About Bilingence From a German Duke
The tale tells how a duke hid a reward under a stone in a road to teach villagers a habit of helpfulness. Hans the peasant, soldiers, and merchants stumble and scold, while none move the stone until the duke reveals the hollow behind it containing a bag with a note and gold. The moral: prize comes to those who help others.
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Teach a Child to Swim and Learneth Morals First
The passage argues that parental effort should focus on education and moral training to prepare children for life rather than merely funding them. It contrasts wealth with character, stating sound education and guiding values are more valuable than money. It then notes varying stereotypes about women's preferences across nationalities, emphasizing cultural generalizations.
Ward Times and a Talk of Hard Times
In a bustling exchange Mrs. Smith questions wealth during hard times while Mrs. Jones notes her husband stayed in business though profits are slim. The dialogue reveals a bankruptcy and retirement strategy as financial challenges loom.
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Politeness Across Cultures and Philosophers
The passage surveys views on politeness from different cultures and figures. It notes that polite behavior is linked to benevolence in small acts, cites Macaulay on this idea, and contrasts French satire with a view of politeness as the baseline of friendship.
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